Electric Radiant Heat

If you are looking for alternative heating systems, electric radiant heat is fast becoming one of the most popular options for homeowners. They are relatively easy to install, either during new home construction or during re-modeling.

The electric radiant heat systems are popular in rooms that have cold tile or a cold cement floor. To install this type of system, a thin mat of heating elements are placed on a sub floor. Some installations feature a thin layer of cement placed over the heating element. Then the flooring of your choice is installed over the thin layer of cement.

A thermostat timer controls the electric radiant heat system. The heat element is made of a heat resistance wire. Many homeowners install this type of system because it is very energy efficient.

Electric radiant heat systems are popular in kitchens and bathrooms. This is because these floors are usually made of tile and is usually quite cold in the winter months. Many people also install them in children’s rooms so the kids are not cold when playing on the floor.

Electric radiant heat is a gentle heat that permeates up through the floor and warms everything in the room including the furniture. It is a very comfortable heat.

Another type of radiant heat system is the Hydronic system. This involves water flowing through pipes that are installed under the floor. This also means that the floor will be raised a few inches. Electric radiant heat does not involve raising the floor any more than a very small amount.

The electric radiant heat system takes only about thirty minutes to heat up. On the other hand, the hydronic system can take up to four to seven hours to heat up when first turned on.

If you are looking for ways to save money on your energy costs and are willing to remove your current flooring then this is the system for you.

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